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Method

Heat grill to medium. Tip the couscous, chickpeas and lemon zest into a large bowl and pour over the hot stock. Cover with cling film and leave to stand for 10 mins, until all the stock has been absorbed.

Smear 2 tsp harissa paste over the lamb chops, season to taste, then grill for 3-4 mins each side until crisp outside and medium rare in the middle. Cover, then rest for a few mins. Mix the remaining harissa into the yogurt, then season to taste.

Fold the rocket through the warm couscous, breaking up any clumps with a fork. Serve with the chops and a drizzle of harrissa and yogurt dressing.

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Comments, questions and tips

I liked this, Husband and son not so keen. They were both adamant the yoghurt mixed with harissa tasted like strawberry yoghurt?!

babyblade

17th Nov, 2011

5.05

Quite possibly my fave lamb recipe. SO quick, SO easy and SO tasty. I drizzle some extra virgin olive oil on the couscous and serve with a few roasted Mediterranean veggies on the side â PERFECT!

monique810

25th Oct, 2011

Excellent I cooked this after work and it was quick and very tasty the crunchy crust of the lamb makes all the difference, I used to fry it before but I won't anymore.

kcarz3

7th Apr, 2010

4.05

Very quick and tasty dinner. I added a little olive oil to the coucous which I think added to it.

tonykerr

6th Apr, 2009

5.05

Will be making again.

jaqui_sampson

8th Feb, 2009

5.05

Has become a real favourite in our house - I use extra harissa though as it's lovely!

vixterj

15th Jan, 2008

4.05

Would make again - used double quantity of harissa paste.

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